We’ve put together a list of runs that celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. Find one near you.
Throughout June, hundreds of Pride runs like this one take place in Portland, Oregon. (Photo: Courtesy of Portland Pride Run)
Updated June 4, 2026 04:00 PM
Greenwich Village, June 1969: Law enforcement raids a bar called Gay Bar Stonewall Inn. What happened next was a riot – police batons, broken glass, violence – which ultimately led to a revolution. The LGBTQIA+ community again celebrated June as Pride Month. Now, June is synonymous with rainbows, happiness, parades, and yes, races.
Thirteen years after Stonewall, the first Pride Run was held in New York City, in which Front Runner New York, the New York Road Runners, and the city came together to hold a 4-mile Pride race in Central Park. Like Pride Month, the Pride Run has grown in popularity and is considered one of the best running parties of the year. Expect spectacular post-race parties with DJs, costumes, food and drinks waiting across the finish line.
Most of these races, many of which are 5K, benefit local LGBTQIA+ initiatives, making your modest race entry fee well worth it. You can now find hundreds (if not thousands) of Pride Month races across the country, including the 11 listed below to celebrate Pride Month in style. (All runs are listed in chronological order.)
- When?: June 20, 2026
- Where?: Seattle, Washington
Run a 4K or 8K (one or two loops around Seattle’s Seward Park) in this fun run presented by Front Runners and Seattle Pride. And Because It doesn’t have to be a 5K distance, you can earn a PR, all for a good cause.
- When?: June 20, 2026
- Where?: East Meadow, New York
The Never Stop Running Foundation is hosting this community event in Eisenhower Park to bring awareness PFY, A division of the Long Island Crisis Center that advocates for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- When?: June 21, 2026
- Where?: Los Angeles, California
Pride Run 2026 marks the 43rd running of the Los Angeles Front Runners Pride Run, which consists of 5K and 10K races that benefit Friends of Griffith Park, Let’s run!, And ProjectQ Salon and Community CenterA queer POC-owned hair salon.
- When?: June 22, 2026
- Where?:Chicago, Illinois
The Monday evening event at the Fleet Feet Lakeview store includes a fun run and decorating the sidewalks with Pride messages.
- When?: June 22, 2026
- Where?: Poughkeepsie, New York
This impromptu 5K fun run hosted by Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie benefits Duchess Pride CenterA non-profit organization that serves as a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community living in and around Dutchess County.
- When?: 27 June 2026
- Where?: New York City, New York
For over 40 years, Front Runner New York has raised funds for the LGBTQIA+ community, and the annual 4-mile run is a cornerstone of Pride Month. To say that it was well attended would be an understatement. In 2019, the race broke the Guinness World Record for the largest Pride charity run with over 10,200 finishers.
- When?: 27 June 2026
- Where?:Chicago, Illinois
The Proud to Run 5K and 10K runs in Montrose Beach, benefiting mission-driven LGBTQIA+ nonprofits and communities throughout Chicago.
- When?: 27 June 2026
- Where?: San Francisco, California
One of the nation’s premier Pride Month races, the San Francisco Pride Run is a well-organized, volunteer-run event that welcomes runners of all levels and abilities. Fundraising efforts will benefit this year rafiki allianceIts mission is to eliminate health disparities in San Francisco’s Black, LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities.
- When?: 27 June 2026
- Where?: West Palm Beach, Florida
The sixth annual Pride 5K Run/Walk presented by Night Runner is part of the LGBTQIA+ celebration featuring family fun and community unity and benefit through running and walking. Vita Nova Inc.A nonprofit that builds a safe bridge to freedom for former foster care, LGBTQIA+, and other homeless youth.
- When?: 27 June 2026
- Where?: Denver, Colorado
This 5K’s usual venue at Civic Center Park is under construction, so the 5K will start and end in Cheesman Park instead, and PrideFest is moving to the 16th Street Pedestrian Promenade. Despite some venue changes, the annual festival features over 250 exhibitors, food and beverage vendors, and live entertainment.
- When?: June 28, 2026
- Where?:Minneapolis, Minnesota
With the Rainbow Run 5K and Rainbow Kids Dash, Twin Cities Pride knows how to unite the community behind a cause. You can also start celebrating early with the ShakeOut Run/Walk on Monday, June 22.
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